Planetariums in Oklahoma

Diane Morrow-Kondos,
A mom and child at the jenks planetarium
Photo courtesy Jenks Planetarium

My grandson has shown an interest in the sky, stars, and planets since he was four. Because of his interest, we started visiting the Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium. He loved it so much that it quickly became apparent that I should buy a membership, as we would be going frequently. Going even twice a year makes it economically sound to purchase a membership, and we have gone so often that the benefits have greatly exceeded our costs. Learn more about the TASM planetarium below, plus two other planetariums in Oklahoma!

Tulsa Air and Space Museum Planetarium

Cal and I love TASM and the Planetarium. The museum has real planes, interactive activities, and tells the history of aviation. They have added a nice playground, but this summer we’ve skipped it because of the heat. There is also an American Airlines plane that you can board and have a guided tour.  Cal loves to stop at the gift shop on the way out, and because I’m his grandmother, not his parent, I almost always allow him to buy something.

The Planetarium is our favorite part, and we’ve seen every show at least twice! Somehow, we both always learn something new each time. It’s a great experience to watch in the dome. It feels as though you’re up in space with the beautiful planets, galaxies, and stars. Plus, it’s air-conditioned and has comfortable seats. Those are two aspects my grandson probably doesn’t care about, but this grandmother certainly does!

Tickets for the Planetarium must be bought at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum. Please ensure you purchase your tickets at least 15 minutes before the show. No late entries are allowed for Planetarium shows. The schedule for TASM Plantarium shows is as follows:

Tuesday-Thursday

  • 11:00 AM
    • Earth, Moon, and Sun + Live Solar System Tour
  • 12:00 PM
    • Stars: Powerhouses of the Universe + Live Night Sky Tour
  • 1:00 PM
    • Dynamic Earth: Exploring Earth’s Climate Engine + How Big is the Universe
  • 2:00 PM
    • Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity + Live Night Sky Tour
  • 3:00 PM
    • Faster than Light + How Big is the Universe

Friday & Saturday

  • 11:00 AM
    • Dynamic Earth: Exploring Earth’s Climate Engine + Live Night Sky Tour
  • 12:00 PM
    • Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity + Live Night Sky Tour
  • 1:00 PM
    • Faster Than Light: Dream of Interstellar Flight + How Big is the Universe Live Tour
  • 2:00 PM 
    • From Dream to Discovery: Inside NASA + Live Night Sky Tour
  • 3:00 PM
    • Dream to Fly

Jenks Planetarium

We also went to the Jenks Planetarium a few times and enjoyed it. Their schedule of shows changes frequently, which keeps it interesting. This summer, we attended a show about the oceans, a subject you might not expect to be covered at a Planetarium, but it was fascinating. As their website says, “The 50-foot high definition SciDome provides the ultimate screen for seeing planets up close, flying to distant stars and galaxies, and even rediscovering our own earth in ways never thought possible.”

Check out their website to read all the details of a visit to the Jenks Planetarium. The website will also give age guidelines so you will know if it’s a show that will appeal to your kids.  Call or visit the Jenks Community Education office at 918-298-0340 to purchase tickets, or buy them online on their website. You cannot buy tickets at the door. This is the schedule for fall 2025.

September Shows

October Shows

November Shows

I highly recommend both places! If you just want to see the Planetarium show, Jenks might be your preference. The Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium offers a field trip experience that may take several hours to explore fully. Before you go, I suggest checking the websites or calling to ensure nothing has changed.

Love’s Planetarium at Science Museum Oklahoma

Oklahoma City now has a new planetarium within the Science Museum of Oklahoma. According to the website, “The Love’s Planetarium at Science Museum Oklahoma features a cutting-edge hybrid optical and digital projection system, creating an ultra-realistic night sky with 8 million detailed stars, nebulae, and clusters. Using high-intensity LEDs and fiber optics, it brings the Milky Way to life. Visitors can track constellations, the Sun, the Moon, and planets while connecting with history, storytelling, and new astronomical discoveries.”

We haven’t been there yet, but it sounds like it’s worth a trip to Oklahoma City with my planetarium-loving grandson. The price of the museum also includes entry into the planetarium. As always, we’ll check the website or call before going to make sure nothing has changed.

My grandson, Cal, would recommend TASM, but that is partially because his favorite restaurant is close. He knows we’re sure to have lunch at White River Fish Market to give us sustenance for our visit to the museum and planetarium.  Every week in the summer, I let him choose an outing, and one of the local planetariums has been his top choice three times. Don’t take my word for it, ask my eight-year-old grandson, and he’ll tell you to visit a planetarium!

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